The Iowa Lottery announced Monday that nine of its instant-scratch games are ending.The move means players have a deadline when they must claim their prizes.Games ending include"Blazing Hot 7s Game Book," "$100,000 Mega Crossword," "Hole In Won," "Oh Deer Bingo," "Shiny Bright Crossword," "Winter Wishes Super Crossword," "Tis the Season," "Double Deuces" and "Lucky 7s."Players have until Oct. 17 to claim prizes in those games.The lottery replaces ending games with new games throughout the year.

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The Iowa Lottery announced Monday that nine of its instant-scratch games are ending.

The move means players have a deadline when they must claim their prizes.